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Speculation Over Starmer's Future Raises Questions on Property Tax Policy
Speculation about Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has reignited debate on potential changes to UK property taxation, with possible implications for landlords and investors.
First-Time Buyer Mortgage Applications Drop 9.1% in Q2 2026
First-time buyer mortgage applications fell by 9.1% in Q2 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to Yorkshire Building Society data.
Clydesdale and Principality BS Announce Changes to Product Transfer Rates
Clydesdale has reduced core residential product transfer rates and added new deals, while Principality Building Society has made both increases and cuts to its product transfer and buy-to-let rates.
Property Lawyer Warns Homebuying Reform Risks Repeating HIPs Failure
A property lawyer has warned that government homebuying reforms could repeat the failures of Home Information Packs and may not deliver faster transactions.
BSA Signs Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter
The Building Societies Association has joined the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter, reaffirming its commitment to mental health and wellbeing in the mortgage sector.
Building Societies Association Signs Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter
The Building Societies Association has joined the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter, supporting mental health and wellbeing initiatives in the UK mortgage sector.
Concerns Raised Over Decline of Private Landlords in UK Rental Sector
A Property118 report highlights concerns about the disappearance of private landlords and questions who will replace them in the UK rental market.
United Trust Bank Delivers £600,000 Bridging Loan for Auction Purchase in Six Days
United Trust Bank completed a £600,000 regulated bridging loan in six days for an auction purchase of a Grade II listed property, using AVMs and dual legal representation.
Leadership Speculation Sparks Debate on UK Property Tax Reform
Speculation over Labour leadership has renewed scrutiny of proposals to shift UK property taxation from transactions to ownership, with potential impacts for landlords and letting agents.
Rental Homes in Key UK Cities Highlighted in Guardian Property Report
Guardian Property showcases rental homes in Milton Keynes, Liverpool, Norwich, Southampton, and Glasgow, detailing features and monthly rents for each property.
100% Mortgages Return for First-Time Buyers as Lenders Relax Rules
Banks and building societies are offering more 100% and low-deposit mortgages, with new deals from Metro Bank, Lloyds, Santander, Skipton, and Yorkshire Building Society.
Councils Collect Only 25% of Fines Issued to Landlords, NRLA Finds
English councils have collected just a quarter of fines issued to landlords for housing offences, despite an increase in property inspections, according to NRLA data.